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Online Resources
- 1880-2009 Delaware Newspaper Collection at MyHeritage ($)
- 1980-2014 United States, GenealogyBank Obituaries, 1980-2014 at FamilySearch; index and images — How to Use this Collection.
- Obituaries for Delaware at Archives.com ($)
- Obituaries for Delaware at ProQuest ($)
How do I find a local obituary? ›
Many funeral homes publish obituaries on their websites. These can usually be located with a Google search on the person's name. Local genealogical and historical societies, public libraries, and some newspaper publishers maintain clipping files of obituaries.
What is the largest obituary website? ›
Legacy.com hosts obituaries for more than three-quarters of the 100 largest newspapers in the U.S., by circulation. The site attracts more than 30 million unique visitors per month and is among the top 40 trafficked websites in the world.
How do I contact Delaware News Journal? ›
THE NEWS JOURNAL COMPANY
- 950 West Basin Road New Castle DE 19720.
- (302) 324-2500.
- (302) 324-2557.
- Visit Website.
How to find out if someone died in Delaware? ›
VitalChek Network. VitalChek can be reached either through its website, www.vitalchek.com, or by phone at 1-877-888-0248. An additional fee is charged by VitalChek Network, Inc. for using this service, and all major credit cards are accepted, including American Express®, Discover®, MasterCard® or Visa®.
How can I get a death certificate in Delaware? ›
- Phone Orders. Call 740-368-1700 or 740-203-2021 to place a phone order. You must have a credit card to place an order by phone. ...
- Walk-In Orders. Visit one of our locations. ...
- Mail Orders. Use this form: Application for Birth and Death Record. ...
- Online Orders. Orders can be placed online using the VitalChek website.
How do you find a person who passed away? ›
Read The Paper or Watch The Local News
If you receive a physical newspaper, review the obituaries section to see who recently passed. Searching for someone who died more than 30 days ago? Turn to sites like Google News Archives, US News Archives, or International News Archives.
Can you find out if someone has died? ›
A basic online search may reveal an obituary or information about a memorial service. Type the person's name and words like “death,” “obituary,” or “memorial” and any personal information you may have, such as their date of birth or names of close relatives who could be mentioned as one of their surviving kin.
Is there an app for local obituaries? ›
MyObits: Obituary Listings on the App Store.
What does a good obituary look like? ›
Obituary Example: Announcing the Funeral
[Full name], [age], of [where they lived], sadly left us on [date of death] due to [cause of death]. They leave behind [list of surviving family members]. A service will be held in their honor at [time] on [date] at [location].
It serves as a way to inform the community about the individual's passing and to honor their memory. During a funeral or memorial service, it is common for someone to stand up and read the obituary to the attendees. This reading may be performed by a family member, a close friend, or a designated individual.
What is a good length for an obituary? ›
Most obituaries are around 200 words long, which means using as few words as possible to avoid going over the word count. It's a good idea to make a plan before you write to ensure you stick to the most important points about the person who died.
Who owns the Delaware News Journal? ›
Get in touch with us about stories happening in your community, questions or concerns, and how to purchase our content for personal or professional use. This site is part of the USA TODAY Network and is owned and operated by Gannett Co., Inc.
How much is the Sunday News Journal Delaware? ›
Kane says subscription prices are unaffected, and the cost of the Sunday News-Journal remains $1.50. While The News Journal now sells for one-dollar on a weekday, The Delaware State News retails for 75-cents. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News and the Baltimore Sun also sell for $1.00.
How do I cancel my Delaware News Journal? ›
You can cancel at any time by calling Customer Service at 1-800-801-3322.
How do I find the maiden name in an obituary? ›
When writing an obituary for a woman who had a maiden name, simply write her first name and then in parentheses write her maiden name and then her married last name. For instance, Laura (Ingalls) Wilder, Marie (Sklodowska) Curie or Julia (McWilliams) Childs.
How do I find old obituaries in Minnesota? ›
Minnesota obits on GenealogyBank go back 330 years.
- Step One - Enter the first and last name of your relative.
- Step Two - Include a keyword.
- Step Three - Exclude a keyword.
- Step Four – Include a year range.
- Step Five – Dictate which results are shown first, such as oldest, newest, or best matches.